Grill Inn

The folks behind this casual Rogers Park BYOB go a step above and beyond to entice its loyal following, which include neighborhood folks, police officers and Loyola students. Just steps from the Morse Red Line “L” stop, it looks like your ordinary late-night grub spot from the outside. On the inside, there are fresh flowers atop the granite tables, friendly faces behind the counters and an ambitious lunch and dinner menu with heaping portions. One popular favorite is the steak grinder, served on garlic bread with sliced onion, green peppers, cheese, mayo and tender steak chunks. There are also wings, gyros, chicken and rib combos, salads, and at least a dozen types of burgers. The thick, hand-cut fries seem to be a popular choice for on the side, and for those who want to take advantage of the BYO policy, there’s a liquor shop next door.